BYD Tang L With 1,086 HP (810 kW) To Launch Globally As Atto 8

Key Points

BYD Tang L has been rebranded for global markets as the BYD Atto 8
It uses a powerful DM-p hybrid system with 400 kW output and 4.3-second acceleration
The SUV delivers 150 km of electric range and 1,017 km total range
The seven-seat Atto 8 becomes BYD’s new flagship in the Atto lineup

BYD is preparing to expand its global EV lineup with a new flagship model the BYD Atto 8, a rebadged version of the Chinese-market BYD Tang L. The model made its international debut at the 2025 Tashkent International Auto Show in Uzbekistan, alongside the BYD M9 and BYD Seal 6.

The move signals BYD’s continued global push as it positions the Atto 8 to sit above the popular Atto 3 and upcoming Atto 2 in its international range.

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BYD Tang L will enter the market as the Atto 8.

From Tang L to Atto 8: A Global Transition

Launched in China in April 2025, the BYD Tang L quickly became one of BYD’s top-selling large SUVs, with over 30,000 units sold by early 2025.
In global markets, it will now carry the Atto 8 nameplate, aligning with BYD’s existing Atto series branding.

Chinese price range: 229,800 – 289,800 yuan (approx. AUD 48,000 – 60,000)
Powertrain: BEV with a peak output of 810 kW (1,086 hp)
Segment: Full-size, seven-seat flagship SUV

The Atto 8 will effectively become the most powerful SUV in BYD’s lineup, at least until a potential Atto 9 arrives.

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Powertrain and Performance

At the Tashkent debut, BYD showcased the Atto 8 DM-p plug-in hybrid variant, which combines internal combustion power with dual electric motors for exceptional performance.

DM-p hybrid system highlights:

1.5L turbocharged petrol engine producing 115 kW (154 hp)
Two electric motors with a combined output of 400 kW (536 hp)
0–100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds
Top speed of 200 km/h

This hybrid configuration offers both performance and efficiency, targeting drivers who want long range without sacrificing acceleration or capability.

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Range, Charging and Efficiency

The BYD Atto 8 is designed for both city and long-distance driving, delivering impressive range figures through its plug-in hybrid setup.

Battery and efficiency details:

Battery: 35.62 kWh LFP
Pure electric range: Up to 150 km (WLTC)
Fuel tank: 60 litres
Combined driving range: 1,017 km
Charging speed: Up to 71 kW DC
Fuel consumption: 6.3 L/100 km

These figures place the Atto 8 among the most versatile seven-seat plug-in hybrids in its class, capable of handling daily EV driving and long road trips alike.

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Size and Design

The Atto 8’s dimensions reinforce its status as a premium full-size SUV built for families and long-haul comfort.

Key dimensions:

Length: 5,040 mm
Width: 1,996 mm
Height: 1,760 mm
Wheelbase: 2,950 mm
Seating: Seven seats

The model’s bold proportions and sculpted design place it squarely in the same league as luxury seven-seaters from Europe and Japan, but with BYD’s distinctive new-energy DNA.

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Looking Ahead: Global and Australian Potential

While BYD hasn’t confirmed Australian availability, the Atto 8’s global rollout signals its readiness for markets beyond China.

With the growing popularity of the Atto 3 and Seal range locally, BYD could soon introduce the Atto 8 to strengthen its premium EV portfolio in Australia.